FT GI TECHNICIAN at Stanford Health Care

Livermore, California, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

28 Aug, 26

Salary

41.2

Posted On

30 May, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Endoscopic Procedure Support, Aseptic Technique, Specimen Handling, Patient Positioning, Medical Terminology, Customer Service, Interpersonal Communication, Attention To Detail, Basic Life Support, Equipment Sterilization

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

If you're ready to be part of our legacy of hope and innovation, we encourage you to take the first step and explore our current job openings. Your best is waiting to be discovered. Rotating - 08 Hour (United States of America) This is a Stanford Health Care Tri-Valley job. A Brief Overview The Gastrointestinal Technician works under the supervision of an RN to perform a variety of duties for patients undergoing endoscopic procedures. Performs direct patient care of patients undergoing an endoscopic procedure. Locations Stanford Health Care Tri-Valley What you will do Sets up table, instruments and supplies required for specific procedures ensuring appropriate instruments, scopes and supplies are accurately set up Follows aseptic techniques when opening sterile supplies and setting up procedures. Discards any contaminated supplies according to established written procedures. Assist the patient before, and during the procedure by assisting with appropriate hospital clothing, positing patient and providing emotional support as needed. Assist physicians, passes instruments, medical devices and adjust lighting as needed during procedure. Demonstrates competence in care of specimens, (biopsies, cultures, frozen section) and in the accurate recording, labeling, and handling of specimens at all times. Cleans all equipment, instruments, carts and rooms following written process and procedures and restocks / resets for next procedure. Restocks room as required Attends staff and hospital wide meetings. Serves on Hospital wide taskforces as assigned Consistently interacts with physicians, peers, other departmental personnel, volunteers and external service providers in a courteous and professional manner. Employee must perform all duties and responsibilities in accordance with the C-I-CARE Standards of the Hospital. C-I-CARE is the foundation of Stanford Health Care - Tri-Valley patient-experience and represents a framework for patient-centered interactions. Education Qualifications High School Diploma or GED Required Bachelor's Degree Preferred Graduate of a medical assistant, nursing assistant, or surgical technologist program Preferred Experience Qualifications Healthcare experience Required Previous healthcare experience in surgery or gastrointestinal/endoscopic lab Preferred Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Knowledge of medical terminology. Good communication skills with the ability to read, write and understand the English language Ability to work as a valued team member Problem identification and resolution skills Outstanding customer service skills Strong communicator with good interpersonal skills Organized with strong attention to detail. Ability to establish effective working relationships with patients, staff members and physicians Knowledgeable about current practice and compliance requirements within job role and specialty. Understands any age-related patient needs Strong computer skills Strong attention to detail Licenses and Certifications Current American Heart Association Certification for Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers required AAMA- American Assoc of Med Assts preferred These principles apply to ALL employees: SHC Commitment to Providing an Exceptional Patient & Family Experience Stanford Health Care sets a high standard for delivering value and an exceptional experience for our patients and families. Candidates for employment and existing employees must adopt and execute C-I-CARE standards for all of patients, families and towards each other. C-I-CARE is the foundation of Stanford’s patient-experience and represents a framework for patient-centered interactions. Simply put, we do what it takes to enable and empower patients and families to focus on health, healing and recovery. You will do this by executing against our three experience pillars, from the patient and family’s perspective: Know Me: Anticipate my needs and status to deliver effective care Show Me the Way: Guide and prompt my actions to arrive at better outcomes and better health Coordinate for Me: Own the complexity of my care through coordination Equal Opportunity Employer Stanford Health Care (SHC) strongly values diversity and is committed to equal opportunity and non-discrimination in all of its policies and practices, including the area of employment. Accordingly, SHC does not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity and/or expression, religion, age, national or ethnic origin, political beliefs, marital status, medical condition, genetic information, veteran status, or disability, or the perception of any of the above. People of all genders, members of all racial and ethnic groups, people with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply. Qualified applicants with criminal convictions will be considered after an individualized assessment of the conviction and the job requirements. Base Pay Scale: Generally starting at $31.94 - $41.20 per hour The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, internal equity, experience, education, specialty and training. This pay scale is not a promise of a particular wage. Few great things are ever truly done alone. Performing at the highest level and achieving your best requires support and a team of dedicated people focused on doing amazing things every day. If that sounds like the environment you’ve been looking for, then we’ve got a place for you. Stanford Health Care - Tri-Valley is seeking outstanding allied health, business, and nursing professionals to join our world-class team. Supported by a devoted staff and a progressive culture, we offer the freedom, opportunity, and respect your talent deserves. Not every job offers this; but here, we don’t know how to work any other way. We invite you to join our team! If you are currently employed at Stanford Health Care - Tri-Valley, please click here to apply for transfer and promotion opportunities.

Responsibilities

The GI Technician provides direct patient care and assists physicians during endoscopic procedures by preparing instruments and managing specimens. They are also responsible for cleaning, restocking, and maintaining the procedure rooms and equipment.